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Closure, Ambiguity, and Stress for Students with Significant Support Needs
This three-part webinar series presented by Maurice Belote will explore the impact of closure and ambiguity for students who have significant support needs. Read descriptions of each session below and register.

Special education directors webinar - May 24, 2023
Please join the SDE staff for a legislative overview of the new bills that may affect us in special education and new and upcoming resources and opportunities. Register for the SPED Directors Webinar.
Cracking the aac code 2.0 - June 2023
This newly updated two-day training analyzes current research and  best practice in the field of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Participants will leave with a more in-depth understanding of how to support children with complex communication needs. Learn more and register for Cracking the AAC Code 2.0.
Special Education Dispute Resolution Annual Training for District Leadership Teams - August 1, 2023

Training and updates regarding national and state special education policy, practices, and procedures to help district leadership teams ensure that their school teams are legally compliant, provide families with the opportunity to meaningfully participate in the process, and, most importantly, ensure that effective services are in place that benefit students. Learn more and register.

Mastering Foundations of FBAs and BIPs
A new 9-week professional development opportunity to help you develop your skills in conducting meaningful assessments and intervention planning around behavior of concern.
Mastering Foundations of FBAS and BIPs information page and application
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Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services Letter on Highly Mobile Children

Today, the U.S. Department of Education released a Letter to State Directors of Special Education with resources, guidance, and important principles to help states, school districts, families and others ensure the rights of highly-mobile children with disabilities.

The Purpose of this letter is to address concerns expressed by stakeholders regarding the unique educational needs of highly mobile children with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), provide an updated list of resources to support them, and seek your assistance in improving the educational stability of, and post-school outcomes for, these highly mobile children. 

encouraging collaboration between state and local agencies and head start

New documents from the U.S. Department of Education (OSEP & OHS) delineate the responsibilities for SEAs, LEAs, and Head Start programs to implement IDEA to ensure children with disabilities enrolled in Head Start programs receive free appropriate education in the least restrictive environment.

Dear Colleague Letter on IDEA Services in Head Start

Guidance on Creating an Effective Memorandum of Understanding to Support High Quality Inclusive Early Childhood Systems

 
new mental health programs

School-Based Mental Health Services Grant Program (SBMH) - Technical assistance webinars for prospective applicants will be provided on October 11 and 19. The application closes on November 3.

Mental Health Professional Demonstration Grant Program (MHSP) - Technical assistance webinars for prospective applicants will be provided on October 12 and 18. The application closes on November 3. 

 

 
OSEP Memorandum 22-01 on Personnel Qualifications under IDEA (October 4, 2022)

This memorandum describes IDEA requirements related to personnel qualifications and alternative certifications as well as resources available to support States' efforts in meeting them.

 

 
Avoiding Discriminatory Use of discipline

The U.S. Department of Education (OCR & OSERS) has released (July 2022) new guidance to help public schools meet the needs of students with disabilities and avoid the discriminatory use of student discipline.

INFORMAL REMOVAL OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES FROM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The National DisAbility Rights Network has published a report titled “Out from the Shadows-Informal Removal of Children with Disabilities from Public Schools” regarding protecting the rights of children with disabilities in school.

 
Serving children with disabilities in private schools q&A

The U.S. Department of Education has published a Q&A document intended to provide guidance regarding the IDEA requirements applicable to children with disabilities placed by their parents in private schools.

RESTRAINT AND SECLUSION

The U.S. Department of Education has developed a resource document that describes principles for States, school districts, schools, parents, and other stakeholders to consider when developing or revising policies and procedures on the use of restraint and seclusion. 

IMPLEMENTING idea: REPORT TO Congress

In January 2022, OSERS released the 43rd Annual Report to Congress on the Implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 2021. The report focuses on children with disabilities being served under IDEA, Part B and Part C, nationally and at the state level.

Supporting Student Mental Health

The US Department of Education released (October 19, 2021) a resource on Supporting Child and Student Social, Emotional, Behavioral, and Mental Health during COVID-19. This resource highlights seven recommendations for providing school- or program-based mental health support across early childhood, K-12 schools, and higher education settings.

race, ethnicity, and idea part b

The Office of Special Education Programs is excited to release OSEP Fast Facts: Race and Ethnicity of Children with Disabilities Served under IDEA Part B and new supplemental tool, Hand In Hand, which explores our IDEA, Section 618 data with the specific lens on race and ethnicity.

attract, prepare, retain personnel

The Office of Special Education Programs has an information and resource page addressing shortages in the special education workforce. Access a series of OSEP briefs to learn about 13 leverage points and strategies to attract, prepare, and retain effective personnel to serve children with disabilities.

English learners

The U.S. Department of Education English Learner Tool Kit, English Learners website, and Educator and Developer Toolkits to Support English Learners

 

NCEO - Guidance Manuals for Educators of English Learners with Disabilities - Ideas and Lessons from the Field

National Resource Centers
IRIS Center at Vanderbilt University (evidence-based online modules across many subjects)  

National Center on Intensive Interventions (data-based individualization resources)